Seattle’s grand station was short-lived because the prime days of railroads were short lived, and the Milwaukee Road discontinued service on May 22, 1961, just over 50 years to the day from the station’s opening.
In 1971, Union Pacific also quit the station, and it was shuttered for nearly 30 years.
Renovated in 2000, the building now houses offices. The Great Hall is open to the public during business hours. Despite its beauty, the space is usually quiet, except when rented out for weddings or other events.
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